{"product_id":"cargill-naturewax-c-3-soy-container-wax","title":"C-3 Soy Container Wax","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-page\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n    .bb-product-page {\n      font-family: inherit;\n      color: #333;\n      line-height: 1.65;\n      max-width: 980px;\n      margin: 0 auto;\n    }\n\n    .bb-intro {\n      margin-bottom: 24px;\n      font-size: 15px;\n      color: #444;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight {\n      background: #f8f6f2;\n      border: 1px solid #e6e0d8;\n      border-radius: 14px;\n      padding: 18px 20px;\n      margin: 20px 0 28px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight h3 {\n      margin: 0 0 10px;\n      font-size: 18px;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n      letter-spacing: 0.2px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight ul {\n      margin: 0;\n      padding-left: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight li {\n      margin: 4px 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-property-card {\n      background: #ffffff;\n      border: 1px solid #e7e7e7;\n      border-radius: 18px;\n      padding: 24px;\n      margin: 28px 0;\n      box-shadow: 0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\n      max-width: 520px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-property-card h3 {\n      margin: 0 0 18px;\n      font-size: 19px;\n      color: #333;\n    }\n\n    .bb-row {\n      display: flex;\n      justify-content: space-between;\n      gap: 18px;\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee;\n      padding: 10px 0;\n      font-size: 14px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-row:last-child {\n      border-bottom: none;\n    }\n\n    .bb-label {\n      font-weight: 600;\n      color: #333;\n    }\n\n    .bb-value {\n      color: #6f7478;\n      text-align: right;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion {\n      border-top: 1px solid #2f5f73;\n      margin-top: 30px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion details {\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #2f5f73;\n      padding: 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary {\n      cursor: pointer;\n      list-style: none;\n      font-size: 20px;\n      font-weight: 600;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n      padding: 17px 0;\n      position: relative;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n      display: none;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary::after {\n      content: \"+\";\n      position: absolute;\n      right: 6px;\n      top: 50%;\n      transform: translateY(-50%);\n      font-size: 28px;\n      font-weight: 300;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion details[open] summary::after {\n      content: \"–\";\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel {\n      padding: 0 0 20px;\n      font-size: 15px;\n      color: #444;\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel ul,\n    .bb-panel ol {\n      margin-top: 8px;\n      padding-left: 22px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel li {\n      margin: 5px 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-note {\n      background: #fafafa;\n      border-left: 4px solid #2f5f73;\n      padding: 12px 14px;\n      margin-top: 12px;\n      font-size: 14px;\n      color: #555;\n    }\n\n    @media (max-width: 640px) {\n      .bb-row {\n        display: block;\n      }\n\n      .bb-value {\n        display: block;\n        text-align: left;\n        margin-top: 2px;\n      }\n\n      .bb-property-card {\n        max-width: 100%;\n      }\n\n      .bb-accordion summary {\n        font-size: 18px;\n        padding-right: 34px;\n      }\n    }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCargill NatureWax C-3 Soy Container Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e is a soy container wax made for jars, tins, and small-batch candle making. It has a firmer feel than softer soy waxes and is often chosen by makers who want good glass adhesion, a creamy opaque finish, and dependable container candle performance.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGlass jar candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCandle tins and tealights\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSoy container candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMakers who want a firmer container soy wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-property-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWax Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eWax Type\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eSoy Container Wax\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eJars, Tins, Tealights\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eForm\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eFlakes\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eOpaque \/ Off-White\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eMelt Point\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e124–130°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003ePour Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e155–170°F Typical\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eFragrance Load\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e6–10%\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eWick Series\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eHTP \/ CD Starting Points\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eBeginner to Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eTesting Required\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-accordion\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDescription\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Cargill NatureWax C-3 is a soy container wax designed for candles poured into glass jars, tins, and other heat-safe containers. It creates an opaque, creamy finish and is a strong option for makers who want a firmer soy wax with good container performance.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          C-3 can produce smooth results, but it is more sensitive to temperature, cooling conditions, and fragrance oil than some beginner waxes. Final results depend on your fragrance oil, wick, vessel, dye, room temperature, and cure time.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eKey Features\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMade for soy container candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGood choice for jars, tins, and tealights\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eOpaque creamy off-white finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFirmer feel than softer soy container waxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGood glass adhesion when properly tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eReliable option for small-batch candle makers\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003col\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMelt wax until fully liquid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdd fragrance oil at your tested fragrance-add temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eStir slowly and evenly for about 1–2 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePour into a prepared jar, tin, or tealight cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAllow the candle to cool slowly and cure before burn testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Suggested starting point: heat wax to about 170–185°F, add fragrance around 165–175°F, and test pouring around 155–170°F. Adjust pour temperature based on room temperature, jar temperature, and your fragrance oil.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFragrance \u0026amp; Wick Testing\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          A common fragrance load range for C-3 is 6–10%. More fragrance oil does not always mean stronger scent. Too much oil can cause sweating, poor burn quality, weak hot throw, rough tops, or wick issues.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          HTP and CD wick series are common starting points for C-3 soy container candles, but wick size must be tested with your exact jar, fragrance oil, dye, and fragrance load.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Do not assume C-3 will use the same wick as 464, 444, or 454. This wax is firmer and can burn differently in the same container.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          C-3 can be sensitive to temperature and cooling conditions. Rough tops, sinkholes, frosting, wet spots, cracking, or pull-away can happen during testing.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRough tops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjust pour temperature or smooth the surface with a heat gun if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSinkholes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour slowly and test a top-off pour if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid cold jars, cold rooms, and rapid cooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet spots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm jars slightly and cool candles slowly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeak scent throw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test fragrance load, cure time, and wick size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWick issues:\u003c\/strong\u003e Re-test wick size if the flame is too weak, too large, or unstable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Store wax in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and strong odors.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          During hot-weather shipping, wax flakes may soften or stick together. This usually does not damage the wax. Let the wax return to room temperature before use.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eQ \u0026amp; A\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cargill C-3 beginner-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It can be used by beginners, but it is less forgiving than some softer soy container waxes. Temperature control, cooling conditions, fragrance testing, and wick testing matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is C-3 best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is best used for container candles, including glass jars, candle tins, and tealights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs C-3 better than GB 464?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Not automatically. C-3 is firmer and can give a sturdy soy container finish. GB 464 is softer and often easier for beginners because of its lower melt point and strong jar adhesion. Choose based on your jar, fragrance oil, and burn test results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs C-3 a true single-pour wax?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It can work well as a single-pour wax in some formulas, but rough tops, sinkholes, or surface touch-ups may still happen. Do not promise yourself single-pour results until you test your exact formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this wax for molds or pillar candles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        No. C-3 is a container wax. For molds, pillars, or freestanding candles, use a pillar wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this wax for wax melts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is mainly designed for container candles. For wax melts, a tart or melt wax is usually a better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy did my C-3 candle crack or pull away from the jar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        This is usually caused by cold jars, cold room temperature, fast cooling, or pouring at the wrong temperature for your environment. Warm jars slightly and test a slower cooling process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should candles cure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        For best fragrance performance, many makers allow soy candles to cure for 1–2 weeks before final burn testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloombay","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":49139841925428,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lbs","offer_id":49139841958196,"sku":null,"price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":49139841990964,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lbs","offer_id":49139842023732,"sku":null,"price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/5416\/5044\/files\/C31.png?v=1779989749","url":"https:\/\/www.bloombayshop.com\/products\/cargill-naturewax-c-3-soy-container-wax","provider":"Bloombay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}